Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’ | Heartleaf Bugloss

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DESCRIPTION
Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' produces airy sprays of small, bright blue, forget-me-not-like flowers in mid to late spring, hovering above the foliage on slender stems. Large, heart-shaped leaves are heavily overlaid with shimmering silver, accented by deep green veining and narrow green margins that create a luminous display throughout the growing season. The dense foliage forms a tidy mound with bold texture, remaining attractive long after the flowers have faded.

Native to the woodlands of the Caucasus region, this cultivated selection was introduced for its exceptional ornamental foliage and dependable garden performance. It is well suited to woodland gardens, shaded borders, foundation plantings, and containers, where its silvery leaves brighten darker spaces and provide season-long texture.

DESCRIPTION
Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' produces airy sprays of small, bright blue, forget-me-not-like flowers in mid to late spring, hovering above the foliage on slender stems. Large, heart-shaped leaves are heavily overlaid with shimmering silver, accented by deep green veining and narrow green margins that create a luminous display throughout the growing season. The dense foliage forms a tidy mound with bold texture, remaining attractive long after the flowers have faded.

Native to the woodlands of the Caucasus region, this cultivated selection was introduced for its exceptional ornamental foliage and dependable garden performance. It is well suited to woodland gardens, shaded borders, foundation plantings, and containers, where its silvery leaves brighten darker spaces and provide season-long texture.

  • Family: Boraginaceae
    Height: 12 to 18 inches
    Width: 18 to 24 inches
    Foliage Color: Silver-white with green veins
    Flower Color: Light blue
    Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring
    Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
    Water Requirements: Regular watering, especially during dry periods
    Maintenance: Low maintenance
    Growing Zone: USDA zones 3 to 8
    Wildlife Attractors: Not typically a significant attractor for wildlife

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Containers
    ‍ ‍ ● Woodland Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Borders
    ‍ ‍ ● Deer-Prone Areas

    Companion Plants:
    ‍ ‍ Hellebores Japanese forest grass
    Epimediums Hostas
    Ferns Toad lilies

    Design Tip:
    Place this cultivar where its luminous foliage can brighten the deepest shade beneath trees or along north-facing foundations. The reflective leaves naturally draw attention through darker spaces, helping enclosed garden areas feel more open, balanced, and inviting.